This book offers a taste of some of the best-loved recipes and traditional dishes that have helped to earn Ireland's reputation for culinary excellence. It begins with an insight into some of the key ingredients, from vegetables, herbs and fruit to meat, fish and dairy. There then follows a range of over 60 traditional step-by-step recipes. More than 250 colour photographs illustrate how each dish is made, as well as showing the beautiful final result. Full nutritional information provides an at-a-glance dietary reference, and there are many suggestions for variations and accompaniments, as well as stories of the traditions surrounding the recipes. Packed with tantalizing recipes, expert advice and stunning photography, this book is essential reading for all lovers of Irish food.